Friends of South Cumberland State Parks, Inc.

05/21/2026

Yes!!! Ranger Hannah is a rockstar!

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04/20/2026

🥾 Join Ranger Jamie on National Trails Day for an approximate 4-mile guided hike to Rattlesnake Point Overlook via the Savage Day Loop Trail. We will meet at the Savage Gulf East Trailhead (3157 SR 399, Palmer, TN) at 1:30 p.m. to begin the hike. This hike will be approximately 4 miles in total and is considered moderate, however the trail can be strenuous in certain areas- please be prepared for a challenging hike.

Please make sure you have sturdy hiking shoes, plenty of water and snacks, and are capable of completing the entire hike. We will take short breaks as needed but will also be walking for extended periods of time during the hike.

We will observe a beautiful overlook and we will chat about the park and/or what we see along the way. Accessory items to help you enjoy the hike such as cameras and binoculars are encouraged but not required.

🌿 To register, please visit our official park events page at:
https://tnstateparks.com/parks/events/savage-gulf/ #/?park=savage-gulf

04/17/2026

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04/09/2026

04/01/2026

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03/28/2026

Join us on one of many hikes during Trails & Trilliums to witness these beautiful purple phacelia flowers.

03/26/2026

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES MARCH 31! Get your tickets now!

Spring is blooming all around us. It's a great time to get away for a while -- for the entire weekend, ideally, or even for just a day.

Take a beautiful drive over to Beersheba Springs Assembly for Trails & Trilliums!

- Take a hike (easy, medium, or challenging -- you pick) led by a world-class biologist, geologist, naturalist, birder, or wildflower expert.
- Sit in on a riveting presentation or listen to a panel of regional conservation experts discuss new ways to protect land and save more great spaces.
- Dance, sing, roast a marshmallow by the fire
-Hold a snake, pet a possum, get your hands on nature
-Meet some wonderful new friends

https://www.friendsofsouthcumberland.org/trails-and-trilliums

03/23/2026

Join us on Saturday for two engaging panel discussions focused on protecting the beautiful and biodiverse South Cumberland Plateau. These conversations bring together scientists, educators, and conservation leaders to explore why natural spaces matter and how we can work together to protect them for the future.

Why Save Great Spaces? at 10:00 AM
Hear from a diverse group of experts as they share perspectives on the ecological, educational, and human value of nature from research and teaching to personal connection and well-being.

Let’s Keep Saving Great Spaces at 11:00 AM
A powerful conversation with leaders from conservation organizations across Tennessee about the work already happening and what it will take to protect even more land in the years ahead.

These panels are part of an exciting new initiative supported by a Catalyst Grant from the Open Space Institute, helping lay the groundwork for future conservation across the Plateau.

Tickets are available for Saturday only or the full weekend. Come be part of the conversation!

Learn more about our panel sessions here: https://www.friendsofsouthcumberland.org/tt/saturday-panels